Network QA Lead

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Time Type:RegularJob Description:
** Position summary**:
Reporting to the Director, Wireless Engineering, the Network QA lead is responsible for planning and carrying out all wireless network testing activities for Cogeco's network, both during deployment and after launch of Cogeco's wireless service. The Network QA lead must ensure that test coverage is sufficient to guarantee a robust, high-quality network.

**As the Network QA lead you will**:
- Define and document the overall quality testing strategy for mobile network solutions provided by different partners, both before and after launch of the service;-
- Lead the planning of each phase of quality testing by organizing testing tasks, and preparing environments, testing/reporting tools and the data required for execution;-
- Write, or supervise the writing of, testing plans for end-to-end trials;-
- Lead the performance of tests and save proofs of compliance;-
- Define the quality control process for unit tests and tests integrated with the various partners;-
- Ensure that all anomalies discovered during testing are well documented;-
- Manage the process of controlling anomaly assignments, their escalation depending on the schedule, reprioritization or reassessment of their severity;-
- Manage the process of controlling criteria for entering and exiting testing phases through reports on execution and uncorrected anomalies, and provide information useful for decision making by project management teams and the development of mitigation plans;-
- Define requirements and select testing tools;-
- Ensure the sharing of relevant information among groups involved in quality issues.**Experience**:

- Experience in LTE/5G wireless networks, including core networks, IMS and value-added services (VAS);
- Minimum 5 years professional experience in wireless networking quality assurance;
- Work experience with a mobile provider an asset.

**Qualifications**:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a college diploma combined with relevant experience;-
- Expertise with the tools (Jira, Confluence) and processes of agile development;-
- Expertise with Jira QA plug-ins such as XRay or AIO an asset;-
- Expertise in testing automation an asset;-
- Expertise in the Landslide testing tool by Spirent an asset;-
- Demonstrated quality-focused leadership, autonomy in collecting the necessary technical data for environments, and ability to build a united front to face challenges shared with our partners;-
- Analytical mind, capable of analysing data quickly, perform diagnostics and make recommendations for ensuring optimal quality;-
- Knowledge of concepts related to integration tests and API testing tools;-
- Ability to work in agile mode and to shift from strategy to action;-
- Creative, entrepreneurial and client-oriented;-
- High degree of proficiency in English and French, both spoken and written. Strong English proficiency is required for interactions with various vendors.**You'll benefit from**:
- Flexibility: Yes, we think that what you do matters. At work and at home.-
- Fun: We laugh a lot, it makes every day brighter.-
- Discounted services: We provide amazing services to our clients, and you'll get them at home, because you deserve them.-
- Rewarding Pay: Let's be honest, everybody likes to make a good salary. We offer attractive compensation packages, and it comes with a great culture.-
- Benefits: We've got you covered.-
- Career Evolution: Join us and we will give you the tools to achieve your career goals-
- Technology: You have a passion for technology? Excellent, we do too. Here, you will manage, influence, play, create, fix, and shape the industry.Location :Montréal, QCCompany :Cogeco Communications Inc.
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